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Old 03-12-2015 | 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Frank Root
I have no interest in spec tire racing...which is why I got a 1/12 and not a WGT...

Last time I checked, we don't use spec tires at ALL in off-road, and the turnouts have been pretty good.... Let's not pretend like a move to spec tires will inspire thousands to pick up 1/12 racing, that just isn't the case.
This statement represents the same mentality that killed my desire to run off-road... Carrying large storage containers of different tires to/from each event got really old, really fast.

The day will come where those strong turnouts the off-road crowd enjoys now might not be able to be taken for granted, much like the current situation at a lot of on-road tracks nowadays. The argument isn't that we're going to get 1000s of new participants as a result of making a single change, but make it easier for those already participating and a more attractive pursuit for those thinking about joining the hobby for the first time. Seems like a worthwhile step towards increasing our overall numbers at a time when our clubs really could use a boost in regular attendance.
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